Serving 491 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Henderson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henderson Elementary School's student population of 491 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Henderson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henderson Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3410 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
75%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
15%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henderson Elementary School's ranking?
Henderson Elementary School is ranked #3410 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Henderson Elementary School often compared to?
Henderson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Henderson Elementary School?
491 students attend Henderson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Henderson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henderson Elementary School?
Henderson Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Henderson Elementary School offer ?
Henderson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Henderson Elementary School part of?
Henderson Elementary School is part of Midland Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Henderson Elementary School located?
Henderson Elementary School is located in the Western Hills neighborhood of Midland, TX.
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